China Cracks Down on Traditional Medicine Injections, One-Third Face Removal

• China is tightening regulations on traditional medicine injections, shifting towards evidence-based standards.
• New rules propose withdrawing injections that lack clear safety and effectiveness, potentially removing one-third of existing products.
• Injectable traditional medicines are under scrutiny due to higher risk profiles and potential for adverse reactions.
• The crackdown addresses long-standing safety concerns, inconsistent clinical benefits, and adverse events linked to TCM injections.
• Manufacturers must now invest in clinical trials or shift to less regulated oral/topical TCM products, aiming to strengthen public trust.